Guide to Eastern Shiga

This area, which includes Hikone, Higashi-omi, and Omi-Hachiman, is a region defined by its magnificent castles and deeply rooted traditional culture.

Overview of Eastern Shiga

Eastern Shiga is home to Hikone, Higashi-omi, and Omi-Hachiman, where castles and traditional culture thrive.

Hikone City is a castle town that retains its historic charm, allowing visitors to experience local traditions through its streetscape and cultural sites.

Higashi-omi offers a mix of historic temples, traditional industries, and beautiful rural landscapes, providing a glimpse into authentic Shiga life.

Omi-Hachiman is famous for its historic canals, merchant houses, and traditional crafts, a town known for its cultural heritage and timeless atmosphere.

Trip Ideas in Eastern Shiga

Revisit Shiga’s Past and Taste Seasonal Fruit in Yasu

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National Treasure Hikone Castle and Sacred Places

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Explore Omi Merchant Houses and Tarobogu Shrine

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See Hikone-jo Castle National Treasure and Become Lucky in Love

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Visit the Azuchi Castle Ruins and Historic Hachiman Canal

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Experience Traditional Crafts and the Hikone-jo Castle National Treasure

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Travel Stories in Eastern Shiga

9. Kyokujitsu “Kirara” / Fujii Honke Sake Brewery

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Have you tried Omi Beef?

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Linen Experience in Aisho Town

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Hyakusaiji& Fuji Honke part3

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Your Complete Guide to Finding Your Ideal Stay Near Lake Biwa

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Hachimanbori Matsuri(Festival)

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Tours & Activities in Eastern Shiga

Suigo no Sato Maruyama

The Omi-Hachiman suigo canals are known as one of the three great canal networks of Japan, and are of particular note even among the three due to retaining their natural, historic state even today.

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Chikubushima Sea Route (Omi Marine)

A route between Hikone Port and Chikubushima.

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Rare Wood Beads Bijoux

Experience hand-making accessories using precious rare wood beads.

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Ashifuse-no-some

A horse racing ceremony held at a shrine with a long connection to horses.

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Japan Location Photo

Japan Location Photo offers a wedding photography service in stunning Hikone locations representative of the beauty of Japan, including the National Treasure that is Hikone-jo Castle and the majestic Lake Biwa.

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Fujii Honke

Founded in 1831, Fujii Honke uses water from the Echigawa River and locally produced rice to brew their sake.

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Where to Stay in Eastern Shiga

Ryotei Ryokan Yasui

A long standing dining hotel with history going back to 1869.

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Hikone Castle Resort & Spa

Provides a full range of souvenirs from Shiga, including confections, traditional art and local sake!

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Comfort Inn Omi Hachiman

This hotel is located conveniently close to Omi-Hachiman Station and offers a free breakfast to all guests.

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Eigenji Onsen Happuno-Yu

Eigenji Onsen “Happuno-Yu,” located in front of the gates to Eigenji Temple, allows you to enjoy outdoor bathing amid incredible natural beauty.

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Kyukamura Omi-Hachiman

Kyukamura is located amid the rich natural environment of the Biwako Quasi-National Park, and features beautiful cherry blossoms in the spring and popular lake swimming and camping spots in the summer.

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Guesthouse En

Guesthouse En is located in a small settlement a little distance from the center of Omihachiman, allowing you to enjoy lodging in a real Japanese countryside.

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